Three Mystic Apes from The Mask Series

"Three Mystic Apes No. 1" from The Mask Series 

Three Mystic Apes, also known as Three Wise Monkeys called Mizaru, Kikazaru and Iwazaru represent the general principles and rules for behavior in Japanese culture. See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil is a Japanese proverb associated with being of good mind, speech and action. These three apes from Japan were a perfect foil for representing their ancestors lessons on etiquette, virtue, and self control in a barber shop. 

Three Mystic Apes is the 15th set of images from The Mask Series. As always, two limited edition prints are available to purchase through my Etsy store. 

Julie Green
July 18, 2015

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"Three Mystic Apes No. 2" from The Mask Series 

"Three Mystic Apes No. 3" from The Mask Series 

"Three Mystic Apes No. 4" from The Mask Series 

"Three Mystic Apes No. 5" from The Mask Series